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Living In West Reading, PA

West Reading, a small town in Pennsylvania, has a population of slightly more than 4,000. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (20%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 40, are younger than most cities in Pennsylvania. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 58% of residents own their homes. The average rent of $931 per month is roughly the same as the state average.

With an average commute time of about 20 minutes, quicker than most cities in Pennsylvania, West Reading residents find that getting to work isn't overly time-consuming. Driving a vehicle is the prevailing means of commuting to work, chosen by 34% of commuters, while public transit is not used widely. Few commuters (5%) walk to work, though the number far surpasses the national average.

Compared to the national average, West Reading has a high concentration of residents over the age of 25 who possess a high school degree or GED (29%). Further, 13% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree. There are two primary industries in West Reading: healthcare and retail. Together, these industries account for 17% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many workers in these industries are in sales, which ranks as the top field in the town. With an average annual income of around $51,000, West Reading workers earn less than the average Pennsylvania resident. West Reading's average income also trails the national average of $73,345.

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Living In West Reading, PA

West Reading, a small town in Pennsylvania, has a population of slightly more than 4,000. It's a comfortable place to settle down, as retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (20%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 40, are younger than most cities in Pennsylvania. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 58% of residents own their homes. The average rent of $931 per month is roughly the same as the state average.

With an average commute time of about 20 minutes, quicker than most cities in Pennsylvania, West Reading residents find that getting to work isn't overly time-consuming. Driving a vehicle is the prevailing means of commuting to work, chosen by 34% of commuters, while public transit is not used widely. Few commuters (5%) walk to work, though the number far surpasses the national average.

Compared to the national average, West Reading has a high concentration of residents over the age of 25 who possess a high school degree or GED (29%). Further, 13% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree. There are two primary industries in West Reading: healthcare and retail. Together, these industries account for 17% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many workers in these industries are in sales, which ranks as the top field in the town. With an average annual income of around $51,000, West Reading workers earn less than the average Pennsylvania resident. West Reading's average income also trails the national average of $73,345.

Top Scores: Coffee, Retail Shops, Health and Fitness

Things to do in West Reading

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Coffee

Oh la latte, not a bad spot for getting a cup of joe.

Few coffee shops per resident

Significantly fewer coffee shops than average

Far fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

You can shop till you drop in West Reading.

A high number of shops per resident

76% fewer shops than average

Significantly more shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

Looking good! West Reading scores high for health and fitness.

Few gyms per resident

87% fewer gyms than average

67% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

Sit. Stay. Good boy. West Reading is a good place for pets.

Few pet facilities per resident

Significantly fewer pet facilities than average

Far fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

You won't get sick of medical care here.

A high number of medical facilities per resident

An average number of medical facilities

Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

West Reading has the right frame of mind for art.

A high number of fine art centers per resident

50% fewer fine art centers than average

Significantly more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

Nightlife is on the rocks in West Reading.

Few bars and clubs per resident

85% fewer bars and clubs than average

A standard number of bars and clubs compared to areas of a similar size